--------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------
JOB POSTNG:
A new 3 year postdoctoral position opening is herewith advertised at the Helmholtz Centre Potsdam GFZ, German Research Centre for Geosciences. The post is within the new "Interface-Geochemistry" team of Prof. Liane G. Benning. One aspect of the new interdisciplinary group will focus on the quantification of mineral-microbe interface processes. We thus invite applications for a position as
Research Associate (PostDoc) (m/f) in Geo-Bio-Interfaces
Reference No. 59/35/15 G
Tasks:
* conduct original research on microbe-mineral interface reactions with focus on rock weathering
* quantify molecular-scale interface reactions with special applications to nutrient and carbon cycling
* design and perform complex biotic-mineral laboratory experiments
* investigate similar geo-bio interface reactions in Arctic soils
* collect, process and interpret complex high-resolution imaging and micro-spectroscopic data
* integrate experimental, theoretical and modeling results
* write scientific publications for international refereed journals and present research results at scientific meetings
* contribute to writing proposals for third party funding opportunities
Qualifications:
* Master's degree (or equivalent) in geosciences with focus on geochemistry, mineralogy or geobiology
* PhD degree in one of the above mentioned disciplines
* demonstrated ability in quantifying field and laboratory based biogeochemical processes related to nutrient and carbon cycling
* familiarity with using a broad range of analytical techniques (e.g., biomarkers, microscopy or micro-spectroscopy, synchrotron experience would be a bonus)
* documentable expertise in laboratory experimental design and in molecular-scale sample characterization (data collection, processing and interpretation)
* demonstrated expertise in working at the interface of geochemistry, microbiology and mineralogy
* capacity for interdisciplinary and international teamwork and excellent communication skills
* proficiency in spoken and written English, German is an asset
Starting date Sunday, 01. November 2015
Fixed term 3 years (with option for extension)
Salary EG 13 TVöD-Bund (Ost)
Working hours full-time (currently 39 h/week)
The position is, in principle, suitable for part-time employment.
Location Potsdam
Expect a diverse and challenging job in an international work environment and exciting research prospects. The compatibility of work and family life is of particular concern to the GFZ and flexible working hours are possible.
The GFZ is a partner with Geo.X (www.geo-x.net), and as such it is well connected with other geoscience institutions in Potsdam und Berlin. Geo.X forms the largest regional cluster of geoscientific expertise in Europe and offers excellent opportunities for cooperation and development.
Please submit your application that has to include a maximum 2 page research statement, a CV that should include a poin by point explanation of how you fit to the as advertised post, your publication list and names of 3 independent referees by 31 August 2015 quoting the reference no. 59/35/15 G via email to applications at gfz-potsdam.de<mailto:applications at gfz-potsdam.de>. Please combine your application document s into a single PDF file with a size of up to 3 megabytes. Informal enquiries can also be sent to Liane G. Benning directly benning at gfz-postdam.de<mailto:%20benning at gfz-postdam.de>.
Equal opportunity is an inherent part of our personnel policy. Therefore we are particularly welcoming applications from qualified women. Severely disabled persons will be given preferential treatment in the case of equal qualification.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------------------------
********************************************
Liane G. Benning
Professor in Interface Geochemistry
German Research Center for Geosciences GFZ
Telegrafenberg, Raum C228
D-14473 Potsdam
Tel: +49-331-288 28 970
benning at gfz-potsdam.de<mailto:benning at gfz-potsdam.de>
URL: Interface Geochemistry<http://www.gfz-potsdam.de/en/section/interface-geochemistry/>
Twitter: lianegbenning<https://twitter.com/LianeGBenning>
In transition from
Liane G. Benning
Professor in Experimental Biogeochemistry
School of Earth and Environment
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT, UK
T: 0044-113-3435220
E: l.g.benning at leeds.ac.uk<mailto:l.g.benning at leeds.ac.uk>
URL: Benning Group Website<http://homepages.see.leeds.ac.uk/~earlgb>
URL Labs: Cohen Laboratory Suite<http://www.see.leeds.ac.uk/business-and-consultation/facilities/cohen-laboratory/>
********************************************
"Cognito ergo sum" René Descatres 1596-1650
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <http://lists.cryolist.org/pipermail/cryolist-cryolist.org/attachments/20150826/1dc967bc/attachment.htm>